Lighting of the National Christmas Tree

December 6, 2012 |compiled from wire photos

This year is the 90th annual National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.

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Singer James Taylor performs at a concert during the 90th National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on the Ellipse behind the White House on December 6, 2012 in Washington, DC. This year is the 90th annual National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.

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Singer James Taylor performs at a concert during the 90th National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on the Ellipse behind the White House on December 6, 2012 in Washington, DC. This year is the 90th annual National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.